Illinois now third state to join agreement on popular vote for president

[babsbunny]

http://rawstory.com/news/2008/Illinois_now_third_state_to_join_0407.html

Associated Press
Published: Monday April 7, 2008



SPRINGFIELD, Ill. - Illinois is officially ready to bypass the Electoral College in choosing the country's president, but dozens more states would have to join the effort before it could take effect.

Gov. Rod Blagojevich on Monday signed into law a measure designed to ensure the presidency goes to the winner of the popular vote, joining Maryland and New Jersey in promising to award electoral votes to the candidate with the most support nationwide.

"By signing this law, we in Illinois are making it clear that we believe every voter has an equal voice in electing our nation's leaders," Blagojevich said in a statement. "I'm proud Illinois is leading the way by joining this landmark compact that will help shape our democracy in to (the) future."

Critics argue the move could create more election confusion and controversy.

[gateley]

1. I'm not sure it's possible

to "create MORE election confusion and controversy."

[VeraAgnes]

3. Look at the bright side....

just 47 states left....maybe by 2060. :shrug:

[gateley]

4. Ha!

I'm hopeful that after the brouhaha and confusion and CRAP during this election, more states will be amenable to re-vamping their system.

[hedgehog]

2. Let's hear it for the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact !

It makes sure your vote counts regardless of whether your state is red, blue or purple!


http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Popular_Vote_Interstate_Compact